Zoo Salzburg, Hellbrunn
Animal fun for the whole family
Divided according to the continents of the world, you can travel around the world in a short time at Salzburg Zoo. An exciting experience for the whole family, as 140 animal species live in the unique grounds of Hellbrunn Zoo, which extends over 14 hectares. These include both native and exotic animals.
Immerse yourself in the world of animals
Around 1,200 wild animals enjoy life at Hellbrunn in loving care and a unique landscape. Habitats have been created mainly from natural materials to meet the respective needs of the animals at Salzburg Zoo.
The continents at Salzburg Zoo
Come to Salzburg and take a trip around the world with the whole family! The spacious outdoor area of Hellbrunn Zoo, including the indoor areas, is divided into continents.
Africa at Hellbrunn Zoo
The heart of the Africa section is the savannah area with rhinos, zebras and antelopes. In the bird park you can meet pelicans, cranes and flamingos. Salzburg Zoo is also famous for its cheetah enclosure with its 60 km/h prey simulator.
More animals from Africa at Salzburg Zoo:
- White rhinoceros
- House donkey
- Catta
- Litchi waterbuck
- Lion
- Brush-eared pig
- Sitatunga
- Spur-thighed tortoise
- Watussi beef
- Zebra mongoose
- Dwarf day gecko
Europe and Asia
Observe the inhabitants of the surrounding mountains in the Eurasian section of Salzburg Zoo: ibexes, chamois and marmots as well as the newly arrived wolves and brown bears await you. The red panda, white-handed gibbon and the mysterious snow leopard are shown as representatives of the Asian animal world.
More animals from Europe and Asia at Hellbrunn Zoo:
- Fire salamander
- Otter
- House mouse
- Korsak fox
- Gray steppe lemming
- Pets in the petting zoo
- Glutton
- Forest reindeer
- White-headed vulture
A part of Australia in Salzburg
Go in search of kangaroos in this quiet and mysterious part of the zoo.
Other animal species from the Australian continent at Salzburg Zoo:
- Green tree phython
- Budgerigars
Animal inhabitants from South and North America
The highlight of the America section at Hellbrunn Zoo is the South American jungle with various species of monkeys, coatis and the green iguana. Next door, jaguars and pumas lie in wait for their prey.
More residents from America at Salzburg Zoo:
- Alpaca
- Azure poison dart frog
- Capybara
- Lowland tapir
- Big Mara
- Collar peccary
- Capuchin monkey
- Wedge-headed smooth-fronted caiman
- Liszt monkey
- Nandu
- Coati
- Black-tailed prairie dog
- Pink flamingo
- Two-fingered sloth
- Dwarf marmoset
From Salzburg's old town to Hellbrunn
A trip to Salzburg Zoo can be easily combined with the sights of Hellbrunn: Visit Hellbrunn Palace and experience the trick fountains, which have not become boring even after 400 years of existence. Nothing is really far away in Salzburg, so you can quickly get to Salzburg Zoo. There are many ways to get to Hellbrunn, whether by cab, bus or on foot on a walk along the idyllic Hellbrunner Allee.
Image credits © Zoo Salzburg Hellbrunn, Angelika Köppl
